Parents who lost savings in a Sh1.1 billion overseas education scam in Kenya have voiced bitter disappointment after suspects in the case were acquitted.
The victims, who had hoped for justice in the Uasin Gishu Finland and Canada education plan saga, described the verdict as a denial of justice for themselves and their children.
The acquittals have reignited concerns about the enforcement of anti-fraud measures in Kenya’s education sector.
The scheme, which promised placements in Finland and Canada, left many families financially devastated and their children without the promised educational opportunities.
The emotional toll on the victims was evident as they gathered in Uasin Gishu to express their frustration.
This development follows a series of high-profile fraud cases in Kenya, highlighting the need for stricter regulatory oversight and better protection for consumers.